Whew!

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I'm trying to do the most work intensive blocks first.  I'm glad this one is over!  It's a beauty but I think I'm glad to go on to the next one (it's a tricky one too).

Robin

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Comments

cspoonquilt said…
I love your vase with cactus (?) flowers!! so original!!!
May 29, 2017 at 10:07 AM
Rebecca Grace said…
WOW, that's a gorgeous block! I love how you centered the print on the vase and how you fussy-cut your birds to create their eyes from the fabric print. Really original and effective use of those fun Kaffe Fassett prints!
May 29, 2017 at 10:17 AM
Karen said…
I think you have mastered applique. Beautiful block.
May 29, 2017 at 12:00 PM
Ramona said…
You are making great progress! Your finished block is just beautiful! Great idea to begin with the most challenging blocks. Happy Appliquing!
May 29, 2017 at 1:39 PM
Chookyblue...... said…
Worth the effort it looks great.....
May 29, 2017 at 2:03 PM
Janet O. said…
Smart to do the most challenging first. The flowerpot fabric is perfect. You have done a wonderful job, Robin, and I stand in awe! I would never tackle this in my lifetime!! : )
May 29, 2017 at 3:38 PM
Wendy Caton Reed said…
Absolutely stunning! Good job!
May 30, 2017 at 10:35 AM
audrey said…
Beautiful! Love that vase. Some things take so much time, it's almost exhausting. After a short time tho, all we have to do is just look at it to feel like it's totally worth the effort!
May 30, 2017 at 5:20 PM
Karen said…
Wow, so intricate. Very nice work!
June 5, 2017 at 11:22 AM
Nancy said…
That looks like a very time-consuming block! But, of course, it's beautiful. What patience you have!
June 13, 2017 at 9:17 PM
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